Don’t be surprised to enter a mall in Kandy, Sri Lanka after visiting a temple, or to come across antique shops next to high-end electronic shops. This pleasant contrast is what Kandy, Sri Lanka is all about. Kandy was the last royal capital of the country and hosts the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, which is the most visited place in Kandy. Book your Kandy Holiday Accommodation in Sri Lanka on Search and Stay and take time to zen out and pause for a cuppa.
Top Things To Do In Kandy, Sri Lanka
Dambulla Golden Temple
The Golden temple of Dambulla also known as the Cave Temple of Dambulla bears witness to the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. Located about 142 kilometres away from Colombo the Dambulla cave temple is the best preserved rock temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Tea Plantations in Hatton
Visiting Hatton tea plantations in the hill country will be like stepping into a time machine. It will immediately take you back to the Colonial times when the hill country was decked with neatly pruned tea bushes and well organised plantations. The origin of Tea as reported was with the Chinese Emperor Shen Nung who was boiling water when the leaves from a nearby plant Camellia sinensis floated into the pot. The emperor drank the mixture and declared it gave one “vigor of body, contentment of mind, and determination of purpose”. At Hatton however, we do not keep things merely to chance. We make things happen. The raw material is made to comprise of healthy flush – a product of good agricultural practices and balanced nutrient intakes towards harnessing the best in quality parameters. This is processed hygienically and ethically in modernized and well equipped factories towards extracting the most in liquoring characteristics whilst retaining all of its flavour and quality considerations. Book your holiday accommodation to enjoy all the tea in Sri Lanka on Search and Stay
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya was established in 1821, six years after the final occupation of the Kandyan Kingdom by the English. The site is less than 5.5 Km from Kandy on the Colombo Road, and occupies a loop of the river Mahaweli, which surrounds it on all sides except the south, where it is bounded by the main road. The area 61.25 ha in extent, is about 1550ft from sea level. More than 4000 species of plants including woody trees, Palms, Ferns, Orchids and shrubs currently present within the gardens.
Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Tooth)
After the parinirvana of Gautama Buddha, the tooth relic was preserved in Kalinga and smuggled to the island by Princess Hemamali and her husband, Prince Dantha on the instructions of her father King Guhasiva.
The Sacred Tooth Relic, which is the Buddha’s left canine was brought here during the reign of king Kithsiri Meghavanna (301-328 B.C.) by Prince Danta and Princess Hemamala from the Kingdom of Kalinga, India.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
If you love elephants then book your Sri Lanka holiday accommodation on Search and Stay and visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Just as the name suggests holds a unique disposition in ex-situ animal care. Its success and fame have travelled not just within the country but throughout the world to an extent where Pinnawala is synonymous with the Sri Lankan Elephant. Currently, home to 93 elephants the concept was actualised by the late Hon. Minister Kalugalle on the 16th of February 1975. Pinnawala at the time was a very remote area with lush coconut plantations and most importantly an area where the availability of mahouts was not lacking. Also, the immense amount of water required by the elephants is supplemented with the availability of “Ma oya” running close by.
Kandy City
This sacred Buddhist site, popularly known as the city of Senkadagalapura, was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years until the occupation of Sri Lanka by the British in 1815. It is also the site of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (the sacred tooth of the Buddha), which is a famous pilgrimage site.
Ambuluwawa Tower
Ambuluwawa Tower is located in the suburbs of Gampola Town in Sri Lanka. If you're in Kandy, Sri Lanka Ambuluwawa Tower is one of the must-see sites in Sri Lanka. You can get to Ambuluwawa Tower from Kandy or Gampola. Little knowledge about this site are, it is 3567 meters above sea level and there are 200 plants which belong to 80 species. The climb to the top is a bit tough but the hardest climbs always offer the best views. From the tower you can see, South Sri Pada or Adams Peak, North Mountain range of Knuckles, West Bathalegala or Bible Rock, East Piduruthalagala Mountain. Book your Sri Lanka holiday accommodation on Search and Stay.
Top Places To Stay In Kandy, Sri Lanka
A perfect, quiet country retreat for families or a small group. Located in a relatively rural and tranquil atmosphere conducive to rest and relaxation with memorising panoramic mountain scenery, lush green surroundings, and a scenic river. The property provides outdoor, indoor and balcony spaces for relaxation, meditation or recreation or studies. the property features a garden and free private parking.
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a stovetop, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available.
For exclusive use, a property caretaker is available at your request to organise your transport arrangements, meal preparation, laundry work or other services to help you enjoy your stay - please feel free to make any arrangements with them.
This holiday home is located in a relatively rural and tranquil atmosphere conducive to mesmerising leisure stay with panoramic mountain views lush green surroundings and the scenic river flowing, birds flying upstream in the dawn and downstream in the dusk.
Outdoor, indoor and balcony spaces allow for relaxation, meditation or recreation.
For local transport organise a tuk-tuk. Cook your own meal or have your meals provided, as you wish. You also have the freedom to catch public transport service as this home is located close to the main road to Peradeniya & Kandy towns.
Conveniently located to onboard the Luxury Tourist scenic railway and visit the Royal botanical garden, ancient kingdom architecture designs, rock-cut temples and many more attractions.
Only 5 kilometres to Peradeniya railway and town.
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